Braves, free agent Hinske agree to one-year deal

The Braves agreed to a one-year deal with free agent IF Eric Hinske, according to CBSSports.com.

Hinske will serve as a pinch hitter and a reserve infielder, especially at first base where newly signed Troy Glaus will start.

Glaus, a third baseman throughout his career, has played only six games at first base in the majors. Hinske has played in the past three World Series: 2007 with the Red Sox, 2008 with the Rays and 2009 with the Yankees.

The Braves agreed to a one-year deal with free agent IF Eric Hinske, according to CBSSports.com.

Hinske will serve as a pinch hitter and a reserve infielder, especially at first base where newly signed Troy Glaus will start.

Glaus, a third baseman throughout his career, has played only six games at first base in the majors. Hinske has played in the past three World Series: 2007 with the Red Sox, 2008 with the Rays and 2009 with the Yankees.

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